‘True midlife crisis ‘begins in 30s’ for overworked Brits: Survey

LONDON – People in their 30s are not that worried about a receding hairline than work and relationship pressures, which actually is the start of their unhappiest decade-the “true midlife crisis”, revealed a Brit survey.

Of those questioned, more people aged 35 to 44 said that they felt lonely or depressed than in other age groups.

The [..] Read the original article: here.

White noise sessions in class improves learning in kids

WASHINGTON – Playing white noise in class can boost memory in inattentive kids, says a new study.esearchers tested the effect of the meaningless random noise on a group of 51 schoolchildren, finding that although it hindered the ability of those who normally pay attention, it improved the memory of those that had difficulties in paying … Original source on Gaea Times at : White noise sessions in class improves learning in kids.

Protein key to pancreatic cancer growth identified

WASHINGTON – Scientists have identified a protein that could provide a target to develop new treatments for pancreatic cancer or enable earlier diagnosis.

Researchers from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry found that nearly three quarters of pancreatic …. Source article  : Protein key to pancreatic cancer growth identified.

Early life stress has lasting effects on gene vital to normal brain function

WASHINGTON – A new animal study has suggested that early life stress, such as an extreme lack of parental affection, has lasting effects on a gene important to normal brain processes and also tied to mental disorders.

In the last decade, researchers have found evidence that experiences can alter the form and structure of DNA, an …. Original source  : Early life stress has lasting effects on gene vital to normal brain function.

Contraception device may help treat endometrial cancer

WASHINGTON – A new study has suggested that intrauterine devices, originally developed as contraceptives, can also be used to treat and cure cancer of the endometrium.

The finding opens the way for young women with the disease, which affects the lining of the womb, to be treated without the need for a hysterectomy, which leads to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Contraception device may help treat endometrial cancer.

Sodium plays key role in initiating regenerative response after injury

WASHINGTON – Sodium, which gets a bad rap for contributing to hypertension and cardiovascular disease, also plays a key role in initiating a regenerative response after severe injury, say scientists.

Biologists at Tufts University’s School of Arts and Sciences have discovered a way to regenerate injured spinal cord and muscle by using small molecule drugs to …. Source article  : Sodium plays key role in initiating regenerative response after injury.

Scientists discover cancer treatment in ‘junk DNA’

LONDON – Scientists have discovered a way to shrink tumours in certain cancers – a finding that provides hope for new treatments.

The cancers in question are those caused by a new class of genes known as ‘microRNAs’, produced by parts of the genome that, until recently, were dismissed as ‘junk DNA’.

The current finding identifies one …. Original source  : Scientists discover cancer treatment in ‘junk DNA’.

China says countries to focus on reducing differences at climate talks next week

China says climate talks to focus on differences

BEIJING – China’s top climate change official said Wednesday that countries have little expectation of reaching a binding climate treaty this year but instead will focus on narrowing their differences ahead of the year-end summit in Cancun.
Xie Zhenhua, vice chairman of the National Development and Reform Commission and …. Original article  : China says countries to focus on reducing differences at climate talks next week.

Gene linked to aggressive skin cancer identified

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that the loss of a gene known as INPP5A could predict the onset, and track the progression, of an aggressive type of skin cancer.

The research has been published by the Arizona Cancer Center, Mayo Clinic and the Translational Genomics …. Source  : Gene linked to aggressive skin cancer identified.

Starting HIV treatment early preserves immune function

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that HIV-infected individuals who begin antiretroviral therapy (ART) soon after acquiring the virus may have stronger immune responses to other pathogens than HIV-infected individuals who begin ART later.

The findings from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) … Read more >>>.

1 in 5 plants faces extinction

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that the world’s plants are as threatened as mammals, with one in five of the world’s plant species threatened with extinction.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew together with the Natural History Museum, London and the International Union conducted a global analysis …. Original source  : 1 in 5 plants faces extinction.

Social rejection puts the brakes on your heart

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that being rejected by another person makes your heart rate drop for a moment.

Research has shown that the brain processes physical and social pain in some of the same regions.

Bregtje Gunther Moor, Eveline A. …. Source article  : Social rejection puts the brakes on your heart.

‘Green’ concrete cuts 90pc more greenhouse gases than ordinary cement

WASHINGTON – Louisiana Tech University is developing geopolymer concrete, an innovative and environmentally friendly building material, with a life cycle greenhouse gas reduction potential – as much as 90 percent when compared with ordinary Portland cement.

Developed by Dr. Erez …. Source  : ‘Green’ concrete cuts 90pc more greenhouse gases than ordinary cement.

Eco-friendly sprays bring drought-resistant plants closer to reality

WASHINGTON – Latest study from Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) scientists could lead to eco-friendly sprays that help plants survive drought.

“I think that the work established the methodologies and feasibilities of finding cheap and environmentally … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Eco-friendly sprays bring drought-resistant plants closer to reality.

Tamiflu may prevent pneumonia in swine flu patients

LONDON – A new Chinese study has revealed that people who caught swine flu during the 2009 pandemic may have been protected against developing radiographic pneumonia by taking Tamiflu.

The researchers also show that the antiviral …. Original source  : Tamiflu may prevent pneumonia in swine flu patients.

Mechanism behind gene linked to both Alzheimer’s, diabetes identified

WASHINGTON – Scientists have identified the mechanism behind a single gene that is responsible for causing both Alzheimer’s disease and Type 2 diabetes.

The data show that a gene for a protein called SorCS1, which can cause Type 2 diabetes, impacts the accumulation of amyloid-beta …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Mechanism behind gene linked to both Alzheimer’s, diabetes identified.

Tweaking IVF can influence baby’s sex

MELBOURNE – Tweaking In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) has a remarkable effect on male-female birth ratios, revealed a new Australian study.

Trends have been reported before, but often the statistics have been drawn by just looking at individual clinics.

But a new study from the University of New South … Read : Tweaking IVF can influence baby’s sex.

Why lions roar and cats meow

LONDON – Scientists have found that the low roar of a lion, or the meow of a wildcat, has more to do with where a cat lives than its size.

Dr Gustav Peters and Dr Marcell Peters at the Alexander Koenig Zoological Research Museum in Bonn, Germany, analysed the [..] Read the original article: here.

Scientists say mussel infestation may be greater threat to Great Lakes than dreaded Asian carp

Scientists: Mussels may leave carp nothing to eat

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – If huge, hungry Asian carp reach Lake Michigan, their long-dreaded invasion may turn out to be less ferocious than once expected because a tiny competitor is gobbling up their primary food source, some Great Lakes researchers say.
The quagga mussel, a thumbnail-sized foreign mullosk first …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Man’s first step on moon: lost footage found, restored

LONDON – Footage of astronaut Neil Armstrong going down the ladder of the Apollo 11 spacecraft for the historic walk on the moon has been found, restored and will now be screened for the first time in Sydney.

The video barely runs for a few minutes, yet it is thought to be one of the …. Original article  : Man’s first step on moon: lost footage found, restored.